Basically self-taught mixed media/collage artist - background in music,writing, musical theatre, film/TV - lover of journals,books and all things vintage. Am a Creative Life Coach - working in the Entertainment Industry in Los Angeles for thirty years with long time connection and background in children's books with The Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators. Realize that the learning is in the journey with the destination being the icing on the cake.

Friday, September 19, 2008

More photos from Mixed Media gathering

Here are a few more photos from our first mixed media gathering that were sent to me by Pat M. from our group - thanks!

Carole from Claremont works on her painting.

Renee from West LA creating a calligraphy mixed media page in her book.

Me pretending to know how to work a sewing machine to stitch my first puffy heart.

Carmen from West Hills completing some pages for her book.

Me again! (hey, it's my blog!) With my first completed puffy heart.

We had eleven women show up for our first gathering at the beautiful upstairs studio above the Valley artists gallery. Amazing!

Our next gathering will be held Sunday, October 5th from 1pm - 5pm at VIVA Gallery in Sherman Oaks. We are encouraging members to bring a piece of completed work or a work-in-progress to share with the group - giving a short explanation of your process or if you prefer to display your work on our display table as we work on our own projects. Last time Terrill generously brought homemade snacks to share - we encourage food sharing at our gatherings!

If you live in LA and want to attend our next mixed media gathering, please contact me privately or check out our Yahoo Group. It is really thrilling to see the response from LA artists that want to participate in creating a mixed media community.